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Model Based Systems Engineer

Tactical Engineering & Analysis
Dahlgren, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/7/2031

The Model Based Systems Engineer is responsible for supporting A-Department of Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division on the Tomahawk Tactical Weapon Control System (TTWCS). They will play a supporting role in achieving the organizations goals by working on an existing govt-contractor team (at least 5 people, likely more) who are building and updating system models for TTWCS. This position will directly impact development, design, and support for not only TTWCS but future Tomahawk Weapon System development system of systems.


CORE FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES

Able to perform the following independently, under minimum supervision:

Contributes to the design, development, and implementation of complex systems using advanced modeling techniques.

Translate customer requirements into actionable digital models.

Create and manage system models using MBSE tools to represent requirements, architecture, behavior, and verification processes.

Analyze and decompose system requirements into functional and performance specifications within a model-based framework.

Conduct model verification activities using real-world data to ensure system performance aligns with requirements.

Work with senior members of engineering teams to address technical challenges.

Support technical evaluations, development activities, and mission needs.

Apply MBSE methodologies to the development processes to improve system reliability.

Interpret system behavior and optimize designs based on data analysis.


BASIC SKILLS

Three (3) to five (5) years of experience and possess a deep understanding of:

Systems engineering principles with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw, CORE, or GENESYS)

SysML methodology for system modeling

Risk management tools and processes for complex systems

Standard computer-based business tools (including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Working group or IPT experience

Familiarity with white box and black box concepts, preferred

Experience routing an Information Support Plan (ISP), preferred

Scripting proficiency, preferred

Experience working with Navy weapons system requirements, preferred

Familiarity with Agile development methods such as Kanban, preferred


EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in a STEM degree required


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs

Frequent use of keyboard and typing

Frequent sitting and standing


WORK SCHEDULE

STD 80

Must have ability to work within company and customer schedule requirements which may vary depending on criticality and necessity of a given task.

The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements


PAY RANGE

$120,000.00 to $ $15,000.00 annually, DOE


U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.


Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000

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